The Arvada Dog Den

The Arvada Dog Den offers three training programs: 1) Private One-On-One Training — unlimited weekly half-hour sessions with family involvement, leading to six months of group classes; 2) Board & Train — a four-week intensive program covering basic obedience and behavior modification, with daily training, private sessions during boarding, and follow-up training after return; 3) Group Classes — held every Saturday at 10:00 a.m., focused on off-leash control in distracting environments, open to graduates of private training. All programs emphasize consistency, positive reinforcement, and owner education.

Pricing Summary

Private One-On-One Training Program: $425 (includes six months of group classes). Board & Train Program: $2,400 for four weeks, including private sessions during boarding and unlimited follow-up classes after pickup. Additional group classes beyond six months: $80 per six months. $50 fee for appointments outside regular business hours.

Policies

$50 fee applies for appointments outside regular business hours. Group classes are not held on holiday weekends. No cancellation policy specified for training sessions, but follow-up classes are unlimited after board and train completion.

The Arvada Dog Den is a family-owned and operated dog training facility in Arvada, Colorado, offering private one-on-one training, group classes, and a 4-week board and train program. With over 27 years of dog training experience and 22 years of operating The Dog Den (originally in Dillon, CO), owner Don Drogsvold and his team focus on teaching dogs and their families how to live together using step-by-step, positive methods based on praise, affection, and play. The facility provides 24/7 monitored care with climate control, UV air purification, and an outdoor generator for safety. All breeds are welcome, and clients can also access boarding, daycare, and grooming services. Group classes are held every Saturday at 10:00 a.m. and are included for six months with private training programs, with ongoing attendance available for a fee. The facility is staffed on-site around the clock, and owners are actively involved in training sessions to ensure behavior transfer to the home environment.

The Arvada Dog Den emphasizes long-term relationships with clients, many of whom have attended group classes for years. Their board and train program includes private sessions during boarding, plus follow-up training after the dog returns home. They also offer transportation services and extended appointment hours for a fee.

The business has earned strong community trust, with testimonials highlighting exceptional results, compassionate care, and consistent communication from Don and his team, including partnerships with the Summit County Animal Shelter and long-term client loyalty spanning over a decade.

Accomplishments

Don Drogsvold has been professionally training dogs since 2001 and received his first confirmation championship at age 17. He and his wife Shannon have operated The Dog Den in Dillon, CO for 13 years before opening The Arvada Dog Den in 2016. They have maintained long-term client relationships, supported the Summit County Animal Shelter with donations and training, and earned consistent praise for results-driven, compassionate training methods.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can contact the facility to schedule an initial consultation or enroll in a training program. Private training is currently full, so interested clients may consider the Board & Train program or wait for availability. Group classes require completion of private training first.